Archive for March, 2010
In the earlier years of Oakland Raiders history, far more young men were drafted. This article contains a discussion of data over a 29-year period. Also, a focus on the last ten years is presented.
One observation is that the Raiders are drafting fewer young players than they did in the past. Here is a portion of the data from 2000 to 2009. Let's just say, we are looking at the ...
Is Brett Favre Preventing the Minnesota Vikings From Pursuing Donovan McNabb?
Posted: 28th March 2010 by David Kindervater in NFL
Other than having Brett Favre under center for a second straight season, there probably isn't a better option at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings in 2010 than Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb . And if last week's news is accurate, not only is McNabb available, he's also interested.
As I see it, the only obstacle preventing the Vikings from aggressively pursuing McNabb as this season's "final piece of the puzzle" is ...
The Bruins made a deadline deal last March to bring gritty Mark Recchi in for the playoff run. Boston also received Tampa’s second-round choice in 2010 in exchange for defenseman Matt Lashoff and forward Martins Karsums.
The trade was perceived as a rental because of Recchi’s age. There was no guarantee that he would come back for another year of hockey at the age of 41.
Recchi performed admirably at the end ...
Does Buffalo Bills’ GM Buddy Nix Have Some Aces Up His Sleeve?
Posted: 28th March 2010 by Dan Van Wie in NFL
We are counting down the final days of March, and then we will be counting down the month of April until the NFL draft begins. Free agency has netted the Bills some players that will contribute in 2010, such as Cornell Green, Andra Davis, and Dwan Edwards.
While those players will help, the Bills' fans were hoping for an even greater haul.
But to my way of thinking, there still appears ...
Ever since Andy Reid admitted that the Philadelphia Eagles have listened to offers regarding all three of their quarterbacks, there have been many rumors regarding Donovan McNabb and his alleged destination.
There was first a report that the St. Louis Rams offered their No. 33 overall pick along with free safety O.J. Atogwe. Despite the fact that the Rams have a lot of holes to fill in order to be a ...
You've heard it plenty of times already this spring. The 2010 season is the most important season that the Tampa Bay Rays have faced in the entirety of their short history.
While that may sound like daunting news, it is slightly relieving to observe the fact that this will likely be the most talented team to ever take the green carpet at Tropicana Field.
Nowhere is this more apparent than in ...
Flyers’ Playoff Hopes Fading with Every Loss, Thrashers Inching Closer
Posted: 28th March 2010 by Mark Ritter in NHL
Written By: Mark “The Hard Hitter” RitterThe Philadelphia Flyers lost in embarrassing fashion to the Pittsburgh Penguins yesterday by a score of 4-1, inching them closer and closer to becoming a team that is on the outside looking in come playoff time.Comparatively, the team that is chasing them—the Atlanta Thrashers—beat up on the Carolina Hurricanes by a score of 4-0, inching them closer to the eighth and final playoff spot ...
Montreal Canadiens-New Jersey Devils: Martin Brodeur Stifles Habs in 4-2 Win
Posted: 28th March 2010 by Kamal Panesar in NHL
It's always a big occasion when Martin Brodeur comes to town to play against his hometown Canadiens. Yesterday, at the Bell Centre, was no different and unfortunately for the Habs the end result was an all too familiar one: Another loss to Brodeur and the stifling Devils trap. The Canadiens started the game by playing to their strengths: Speed, skill and an aggressive forecheck. As the result, ...
LeBron or Kobe: NBA Fabricates Non-Existent Rivalry Between Cavs and Lakers
Posted: 28th March 2010 by Brook Z. in NBA
You're probably thinking—oh boy, another article on who's better, LeBron or Kobe.
Problem is: Neither is better than the other. The most over-hyped debate in sports continues without any point. It's like chewing the same tobacco over and over and just letting the juices drown you.
The most important thing to realize amid this media-driven LeBron vs. Kobe frenzy is that there is no way to compare them to begin with—two ...
New York Yankees Prospect Profile: Zach McAllister, RHP
Posted: 28th March 2010 by Greg Fertel in MLB
Zach McAllister was born on Dec. 8, 1987 and grew up in the town of Chillicothe in Illinois. He was drafted out of high school by the New York Yankees in the third round of the 2006 draft. When drafted, McAllister's size stood out.
The guy is just built like a starting pitcher. He stands 6'6" tall and weighs 230 pounds, although his weight has fluctuated since becoming a member of ...